5-Day Spiritual and Scenic South India Tour from Trivandrum

Day 1: Adiyogi and Travel

Coimbatore, India on May 21, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Harita Coffee House

Enjoy a hearty South Indian breakfast featuring idli, dosa, and strong filter coffee to start your day.
INR150, 1h

9:30am

Visit Adiyogi Shiva Statue

Explore the 112-foot tall Adiyogi statue, a magnificent symbol of yoga and spirituality, located at the Isha Yoga Center. The center opens at 9:00am.
INR300, 2h

11:45am

Explore Isha Yoga Center

Walk around the serene Isha Yoga Center to enjoy its peaceful gardens and meditation halls.
Free, 1h

1:00pm

Lunch at Dhaba Express

Delight in authentic Punjabi and North Indian dishes in a cozy setting.
INR350, 1h

2:30pm

Travel to Ooty

Begin your journey to Ooty, a scenic hill station approximately 4 hours away from Coimbatore by road.
INR1000 (taxi), 4h

7:00pm

Dinner at Earl’s Secret

Savour continental and Indian dishes in a charming colonial setting.
INR700, 1.5h
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Day 2: Ooty Sightseeing

Ooty, India on May 22, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Shinkows

Start with delicious baked goods and South Indian breakfast favorites.
INR250, 1h

9:00am

Ooty Botanical Gardens

Explore over 650 species of plants and a beautiful landscape, open 8:30am to 6:00pm.
INR30, 1.5h

11:00am

Ooty Lake Boating

Enjoy paddle or row boating on the serene Ooty Lake, open from 8:00am to 6:00pm.
INR150, 1h

12:30pm

Lunch at Savoy Hotel

Dine on local Tamil Nadu cuisine in an elegant colonial-era hotel setting.
INR600, 1h

2:00pm

Doddabetta Peak

Drive to Doddabetta Peak, the highest point in the Nilgiris, for panoramic views. Open 9:00am to 6:00pm.
INR30, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at Earl’s Secret (repeat option)

Relax with a variety of freshly prepared dishes in a cozy atmosphere.
INR700, 1.5h
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Day 3: Travel to Tirupati and Temple Visit

Tirupati, India on May 23, 2025

6:00am

Early Breakfast at Hotel

Have a quick South Indian breakfast before travel.
INR200, 1h

7:00am

Travel from Ooty to Tirupati

Fly or train to Tirupati, as this is a long journey (overnight train or early morning flight is recommended, approximate 8-9 hours travel time).
INR2000, 8-9h

5:00pm

Visit Tirumala Venkateswara Temple

Visit one of India’s most famous and sacred temples dedicated to Lord Venkateswara. Temple timings are 3:00am to 12:00pm and 3:00pm to 8:30pm.
Free, 2h

7:30pm

Dinner at RRR Andhra Mess

Savour traditional Andhra cuisine with spicy curries and biryanis.
INR400, 1h
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Day 4: Historic Madurai

Madurai, India on May 24, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Murugan Idli Shop

Try freshly steamed idlis and dosa with chutneys in this popular spot.
INR150, 1h

8:30am

Visit Meenakshi Amman Temple

Discover the stunning architecture and vibrant temple life at this iconic historic temple, open from 5:00am to 12:30pm and 4:00pm to 10:00pm.
INR50, 2h

11:00am

Explore Thirumalai Nayak Palace

Tour the magnificent 17th-century palace known for its impressive architecture.
INR100, 1.5h

1:00pm

Lunch at Sree Sabarees

Enjoy pure vegetarian South Indian thali and dishes.
INR300, 1h

3:00pm

Travel to Rameshwaram

Take a 3-hour drive to Rameshwaram, a sacred island town.
INR800 (taxi), 3h

7:00pm

Dinner at Hotel Ramesh

Treat yourself to fresh seafood and Tamil Nadu specialties.
INR600, 1h
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Day 5: Rameshwaram Spiritual Tour

Rameshwaram, India on May 25, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Simple South Indian breakfast with uttapam and filter coffee.
INR200, 1h

8:30am

Visit Ramanathaswamy Temple

Visit one of the twelve Jyotirlinga temples dedicated to Lord Shiva, famous for its magnificent corridors. Open 6:00am to 12:00pm and 4:00pm to 8:00pm.
Free, 2h

11:00am

Explore Dhanushkodi Beach

Visit the site of the old town destroyed by cyclone and enjoy pristine beaches about 20 km from Rameshwaram.
Free, 2h

1:30pm

Lunch at Sri Rathnam

Enjoy traditional Tamil Nadu meals with fresh ingredients near the temple area.
INR400, 1h

3:00pm

Return Travel to Trivandrum

Start your journey back to Trivandrum, approximately 6-hour drive or 1-hour flight from Madurai airport (requires transfer).
INR1500, 6h
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